Bali Itinerary from India: 7-Day Trip Plan, Visa & Budget

Day-by-day itinerary

Day 1 — Arrive Bali, settle in Seminyak

Morning.Arrive Denpasar. Get the VOA. Taxi/Grab to Seminyak (~45 min, ~₹600).

Afternoon.Easy check-in. Late lunch at a beach club.

Evening.Sunset at Seminyak Beach. Dinner at Bambu (Indonesian) or Kismet (Indian-fusion).

Day 2 — Seminyak + Tanah Lot

Morning.Lazy morning. Cafes everywhere — coffee + avocado toast culture is strong.

Afternoon.Beach time. Try a 90-min Balinese massage (~₹1500).

Evening.Drive to Tanah Lot temple (40 min). Sunset over the sea-temple — one of Bali’s iconic photos.

Day 3 — Drive to Ubud

Morning.Drive to Ubud (~1.5 hr) with stops at Tegallalang Rice Terraces.

Afternoon.Check in at an Ubud rice-field villa. Walk the village; visit the Monkey Forest (carry NOTHING in pockets).

Evening.Dinner at Naughty Nuri’s (non-veg) or Watercress (excellent veg).

Day 4 — Ubud temples + waterfalls

Morning.Tirta Empul holy water temple — ritual bathing experience. Wear a sarong (rentable). Respectful clothing required.

Afternoon.Tegenungan or Tukad Cepung waterfall. Lunch at a hill cafe.

Evening.Optional yoga class (Yoga Barn — drop-in ~₹650). Easy dinner.

Day 5 — Nusa Penida day trip

Morning.Fast boat to Nusa Penida (45 min). Hire a scooter or driver at the harbor.

Afternoon.Kelingking Beach (the T-Rex viewpoint), Angel’s Billabong, Broken Beach. Long, hot day — bring water.

Evening.Boat back. Dinner at your villa.

Day 6 — Uluwatu + Kecak dance

Morning.Move to Uluwatu / Jimbaran. Beach time at Suluban or Padang Padang.

Afternoon.Lunch at a cliff-side warung. Visit Uluwatu Temple — monkeys, again be careful.

Evening.Kecak fire dance at sunset (₹400-800). The most dramatic Balinese cultural experience.

Day 7 — Last day + fly out

Morning.Shopping at a Seminyak boutique or a Sunday market.

Afternoon.Last meal, then airport. Most flights to India leave evening or late night.

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Top things to do in Bali

Ubud rice terraces. The classic Bali green; Tegallalang is the photographed one.
Nusa Penida (Kelingking). Cliff views you’ll remember forever.
Tanah Lot temple sunset. Sea-temple silhouette at golden hour.
Balinese massage. Cheap, excellent — book a 90-min full-body for ~₹1500.
Kecak fire dance at Uluwatu. Cultural show with chants + sunset cliffs.
Yoga Barn / Radiantly Alive class. Even beginners enjoy a drop-in class.

Food in Bali

Bali has a strong vegetarian and vegan scene — much more than other parts of Indonesia. Indian restaurants too in Seminyak and Ubud.

For vegetarians

Veg-friendly: Watercress (Ubud), Sage (Ubud, vegan), Kynd Community (Seminyak), Indian: Queens of India, Kismet, Bambu.

For Jain travelers

Indian restaurants (Queens of India, Kismet) can adjust for Jain — tell them no onion-garlic. Local food uses shrimp paste; stick to Indian or label-checked vegan places.

Must-try dishes

Nasi Goreng (Indonesian fried rice — veg version with tofu)
Gado-Gado (peanut sauce salad)
Fresh young coconut at any beach
Babi Guling at Naughty Nuri’s (non-veg) — Bali’s famous pork dish

Budget estimate (INR)

~₹50,000 to ₹90,000 per person for 7 days (everything-in)

Flights from India (return, economy)

₹18,000 – ₹40,000

Visa on Arrival

₹3,000

Stays (6 nights, mix of mid-range + nice villa)

₹14,000 – ₹28,000

Food

₹6,000 – ₹10,000

Day trips + entries (Penida, temples)

₹5,000 – ₹8,000

Local transport (Grab + scooter)

₹3,500 – ₹6,000

Estimates. Costs vary by season, group size, and booking choices.

Practical tips

Bring crisp USD cash for the Visa-on-Arrival.
Mosquito repellent is essential — pack DEET-based ones.
Wear a sarong when entering temples; they’re sold cheap at entrances.
Don’t ride scooters without an international license — Bali police check.
Grab works in cities; outside, hire a private driver (~₹3000-4000 per day) — it’s a great deal in a group.
Currency: 1 IDR ≈ ₹0.005 (basically zero), 100,000 IDR ≈ ₹530. Don’t panic at the big numbers.

FAQs about Bali

How many days are enough for Bali?

Seven days for Ubud + Seminyak + Uluwatu + a Nusa Penida day. Five days if you skip Penida. Ten days if you also want the Gili Islands.

Do Indians need a visa for Bali?

Indians get Visa-on-Arrival at Denpasar airport. Cost: USD 35 (~₹3,000). Carry return ticket and hotel proof. Sometimes also free e-VOA — check before flying.

How much does a Bali trip cost from India?

A 7-day Bali trip is ₹50,000 to ₹90,000 per person all-in. Flights are the biggest variable. Going in May-June (shoulder season) saves money.

Is Bali good for vegetarians?

Yes — Bali has one of Asia’s strongest vegan/vegetarian scenes. Ubud especially is full of veg cafes. Indian restaurants in Seminyak and Ubud serve veg + Jain meals.

Is Bali safe for first-time international travelers?

Yes — Bali is among the easiest first international destinations for Indians. Most signage is in English, Indian food is everywhere, and locals are warm.

Bali Itinerary from India: A 7-Day Plan

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